Enable classic Poise
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #46 of 255 Gameplay Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A small cheat engine script to turn on the classic Poise system. Using it offline is recommended.
How to Use: 1. Get Cheat Engine ( http://www.cheatengine.org/downloads.php ) 2. Start Dark Souls III 3. Open the script with Cheat Engine 4. Select the DarkSoulsIII.exe process 5. Start the script and set Poise from 0 to 1 6. Play the game, put on some armor and tank those blow darts and rat bites
Disclaimer: I didn't make this script and don't know the original author(s) Don't use it while online or you may get softbanned
A Cheat Engine script that enables the classic Poise system in Dark Souls III, replacing the modern poise mechanics with the original system from earlier games. With 461 endorsements and 8,843 downloads, it remains a niche tool for players seeking the traditional stagger resistance. Last updated in 2016, it may not work with current game patches.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-trusted with 461 endorsements and over 8,800 downloads
- Restores the classic poise behavior that many veterans miss
- Lightweight script that doesn't alter other game files
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — likely broken with current game patches
- Requires Cheat Engine, which may trigger anti-cheat or online bans
- No instructions or support provided by the author
For Dark Souls III veterans who prefer the classic poise system from earlier games and are willing to use Cheat Engine. Skip if you play online or want a mod that works with the latest patch.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to run Cheat Engine as administrator before attaching to the game process.
- Disable your internet connection or play offline to avoid softbans from anti-cheat.
- Test the script in a safe area first to confirm it works with your game version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dark Souls 3 Mods
- Author
- unknown
- Version
- N/A
- Downloads
- 8,843
- Endorsements
- 461
- Category
- Gameplay Changes
- Created
- 5/14/2016
- Updated
- 5/14/2016
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